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The strength of cloud computing is undeniable, and nearly every company is now using or considering the use of some form of cloud computing services. With open source software having emerged as an essential building block in the foundation of almost all cloud computing platforms, the use of open source software in the cloud presents many new open source license interpretation and compliance issues for both customers and providers of cloud computing services. Jason Haislmaier, a partner at Bryan Cave LLP, answers the questions in-house and corporate counsel need to know about open source license compliance in cloud computing, including: • Where is open source used in the cloud (and where is it likely to appear)? • How are open source licenses applicable in the cloud and what license obligations apply in the cloud? • How does the cloud change the notion of software “distribution” (and what does this mean for open source

Data and the ability to access and use data have become crucial to the success of nearly all companies. At the same time, the legal and regulatory requirements governing data collection, analysis, storage, and sharing have continued to evolve at a rapid pace. Understanding and meeting these changing data security and privacy requirements are now of paramount concern for companies which can no longer take for granted their ability to access and use data without meeting these requirements. Join Jason Haislmaier, a partner at Bryan Cave LLP, for an overview of what in-house and corporate counsel need to know about data security and privacy, including: • The current legal and regulatory framework governing data collection, use, storage, and sharing; • Lessons learned from the growing list of FTC security and privacy enforcement actions against Facebook®, Twitter®, Google®, and others; • Developing best practices, policies, and procedures for data security and data privacy; and •

Social media is exploding throughout the workplace, both by companies seeking to promote their businesses and by employees speaking about their jobs. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has increased its scrutiny on what restrictions an employer may lawfully impose on an employee's use of social media. Mark J. Neuberger of Foley & Lardner LLP , discusses current developments in labor and employment law with regard to both employee and employer rights in the social media world. NOTE: This course has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of Texas Committee on MCLE in the amount of 1.0 credit hours, of which 0 credit hours will apply to legal ethics/professional responsibility credit.

Join Dan Foster and Leigh Martinson as they discuss the new Model E-Discovery Rules issued by the District Court in the Eastern District of Texas (formally known as [Model] Order Regarding E-Discovery in Patent Cases). Our presenters describe how the rules may affect litigation strategy from both an offensive and defensive perspective.

Steve Bennett, a partner at Jones Day, discusses the latest developments in e-discovery search techniques. Topics include: • Why is the e-discovery search so important? • Conventional search techniques (and their limits) • Developing new search techniques • Moore v. Publicis and its implications for e-discovery • Additional reading and resources.

In implementing a BYOD program, there are a number of legal, financial and corporate risks that an organization must first address. In his first program covering BYOD, Understanding the Legal Risks of Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD): Important Considerations for In-House Corporate, Employment and Technology Lawyers (2250), Aaron Tantleff of Foley & Lardner LLP discussed several of the legal risks. This time, he is joined by Jennifer Neumann of Foley & Lardner LLP and they take a closer look at some of these risks and review a number of issues counsel for organizations of all sizes and types should address when considering implementing a BYOD program or in their review of their existing programs. Our presenters also discuss how some recent cases may affect one's BYOD policy, examine provisions from existing BYOD policies, discuss potential concerns, and provide suggestions on better drafting.

Over the past year, as the use of social media has grown, we have seen a continuing evolution of attendant privacy protections, corporate risks and liabilities. The use of social media in the workplace—as a way to communicate with colleagues and customers—has resulted in new risks and pushed companies to make new rules. Our court systems themselves even face significant social media challenges, as judges impose restrictions on jurors texting and tweeting during trials. Join Matt Karlyn and Michael Pontrelli of Foley & Lardner LLP as they discuss the ethics of social media, the impact social media is having on complex commercial litigation, and some predications for what the future may hold. The focal point will be legal ethics, including both old and new ethical issues faced by in-house and outside counsel stemming from the uses made of social media--in the workplace itself, in dealing with customers and other

Join us for this Ethics program for all lawyers involved in litigation and e-discovery. Jones Day partner Josh Fuchs discusses how, by seeking to fulfill their obligations of competence (Model Rule 1.1), expediting litigation (Model Rule 3.2), and duties to the court and opposing counsel (Model Rules 3.3 and 3.4), practitioners can reduce the e-discovery burden and costs associated with today's litigation. Note: This course has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of Texas Committee on MCLE in the amount of 1.0 credit hours, of which 1.0 credit hours will apply to legal ethics/professional responsibility credit.

Steve Bennett, a partner at Jones Day, discusses the legal and practical aspects of international e-discovery for all attorneys, including litigators and corporate counsel. Topics include: • U.S. versus world approach to discovery • U.S. versus world privacy rules • Document production and preservation in multiple countries • Additional resources Note: This course has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of Texas Committee on MCLE in the amount of 1.0 credit hours, of which 0 credit hours will apply to legal ethics/professional responsibility credit.

This advanced program, for attorneys who already understand the basics of litigation holds, provides practical advice for assessing whether a litigation hold is necessary, communicating the specifics (including useful templates), monitoring compliance during the preservation life cycle, and positioning your client to best defend its efforts. Join our presenter Jeff Fowler, a litigator whose full-time practice involves e-Discovery issues, who has advised on over 200 matters covering virtually every area of the law and who has defended against preservation attacks, as he “digs into the details" and provides practical tips for the more advanced practitioner. If you would like to learn more about the basics and the law regarding litigation holds, you won’t want to miss Jeff Fowler’s program, Litigation Holds: Translating Legal Developments into Practical Tips. Note: This course has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education